Chapter 279

"Quick! Get Mrs. Jacobson Senior's medicine!" Caleb shouted at the servants.

One of them rushed off immediately.

Stephen's voice was calm but firm. "Since Grandma wants to call the police, let's call them. I'd like to know who leaked the information too. How did James find out where Tessa was? And how did he know the real reason behind our breakup and the canceled engagement?"

As he spoke, his sharp gaze landed on Jacqueline. "You. Stay right here and wait for the police."

Jacqueline's eyes welled up with tears. "Stephen, how can you not believe me? When your life was on the line, do you really think I would betray you?"

Before Stephen could respond, Rowena's furious voice cut through the tension. "Samuel, get out! Get out of this house! The Jacobson family doesn't welcome you!" Her glare was filled with rage.

Stephen's voice was cold. "Grandma, that's enough."

but his tone left no room for argument.

her heart sink as she realized her beloved grandson was siding with Tessa and speaking to her in such a

glaring at Rowena. "Call the police! I'll

We're all family here. Let's

"Mom, don't get so worked up. You'll risk getting a heart

Go and

I want

apologize

a cold laugh.

what I've done

still red from the slap. He comforted her gently, "Don't cry. You've

gaze lingering on Jacqueline with a

eyes cold as she stared at Jacqueline. "Stop

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